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The public water system serving Enterprise, Coffee County, AL, operates with groundwater sources and provides drinking water to roughly 48,000 residents through 16,000 connections. According to the EPA's Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule 3 (UCMR3) data collected between September 2014 and March 2015, none of the 34 samples analyzed for 1,2,3-trichloropropane (TCP) were detected above the EPA's reporting level of 0.03 micrograms per liter (µg/L), or parts per billion (ppb). It is important to understand what this means when considering your home's water quality and the presence of this chlorinated solvent.

If You Notice that the Reporting Level for Chlorinated Solvent 1,2,3-TCP Is Extremely Low Compared to Metals

1,2,3-trichloropropane is measured at concentrations thousands of times lower than common metals in water because it can be harmful even in very small amounts. This solvent historically appeared in certain industrial applications and, as a byproduct or contaminant in pesticides. The reporting level of 0.03 µg/L reflects EPA’s advanced detection capability rather than a regulatory limit. Unlike metals such as lead or iron, which are often measured in milligrams per liter (mg/L), TCP’s measurement at such a low concentration emphasizes the care needed in interpreting the monitoring data. However, the absence of detectable TCP above this threshold in Enterprise's water system indicates that the chlorinated solvent was not measurable during the sampling period using federal methods.

If You Understand Why Granular Activated Carbon Bed Depth Matters More for TCP Than for Taste-Related Contaminants

When addressing TCP in household water, the treatment effectiveness depends heavily on the contact time within granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration units. This means the depth of the carbon bed is more critical than it is for taste or odor issues. 1,2,3-trichloropropane molecules require sufficient contact time to adsorb onto the activated carbon. A shallow bed or a high flow rate can reduce the carbon’s ability to capture TCP molecules. This characteristic differentiates TCP treatment from standard taste-improving filtration, where contact time is less demanding. Therefore, if you are considering equipment for your home to address TCP, look for configurations designed with adequate carbon bed depth and flow characteristics suited for this chlorinated solvent.

If You Want to Interpret the System's Median and Range Data as a Homeowner

The EPA data for Enterprise’s water system includes 34 measurements of 1,2,3-TCP, all reported as nondetects at or below 0.03 µg/L. This means the median concentration—the middle value of all data points—is effectively below the reporting threshold. Similarly, the range does not extend above this detection limit. For you as a homeowner, this suggests that, during the monitoring period, TCP was not present at measurable levels within the public water supply. Remember, this data reflects the entire system and is not a substitute for testing your individual household's water, which can be influenced by plumbing materials or private wells.

If You Know the Agricultural Land-Use History of Coffee County and Wonder How It Relates to TCP Presence

Coffee County's history includes agricultural activities where certain pesticides containing TCP or related chlorinated solvents were used. TCP can persist in the environment and potentially leach into groundwater. However, the EPA monitoring for the local public water system did not detect measurable TCP, suggesting current groundwater sources feeding Enterprise Waterworks have low or undetectable levels of this chlorinated solvent under federal monitoring protocols. Agricultural land use remains one factor in understanding potential sources, but detection depends on local site conditions and water source protection measures. Private wells near former use sites may benefit from specific testing if concerned about TCP.

If You Plan to Prepare Before Seeking Treatment Advice or Testing for 1,2,3-Trichloropropane

• Document your water source: Is your household served by the Enterprise Waterworks public system or a private well?
• Determine if you have noticed any unusual taste or chemical odors, though TCP itself is generally odorless and tasteless at low levels.
• Obtain recent water testing results if available, or consider professional private water testing for 1,2,3-TCP specifically.
• Note any local environmental factors such as past pesticide applications or nearby industrial activities.

With this information at hand, you can better assess your water quality concerns related to 1,2,3-trichloropropane and discuss documented treatment options confidently.

For households seeking to address 1,2,3-trichloropropane in their water, the Autotrol 1,2,3-TCP Filter ships ready to configure and uses specialized granular activated carbon treatment designed to capture low concentrations of this chlorinated solvent effectively. This product responds directly to your measured 1,2,3-TCP demand, ensuring appropriate contact time and filtration capacity tailored for your household needs.

Where this information comes from

Source: EPA SDWIS public water system record. Sampled 2015-03-09. These figures describe the public water system's record, not the plumbing inside any individual building.

On record: EPA UCMR3 monitoring (2013-2015) for Enterprise Waterworks (AL0000296), AL: 34 results across 1 listed contaminants, 0 detections above the reporting level; nothing detected above the method reporting level